*World Goa Day our chance for Goan Pride* *by Edward Lopes* World Goa Day is not just a mere remembrance of the inclusion of Konkani in the 8th Schedule of the Indian Constitution by the Indian Parliament on the 20th of August 1992 as one of the official languages of India. Moreover this has grown to become a special day for Goans all around the world to celebrate our culture, tradition and uniqueness. Even though Goa is one of India's smallest states, today World Goa day is celebrated far and wide across the globe.
As Goans we need to continue to uphold the pride of our heritage for years to come and so by taking a day in a year to celebrate Goa we are able to contribute to our Goan community and show our solidarity to our state in a special way, whatever it may be. Furthermore, it gives us a moment to remember our roots, our people, and our culture. Goa rich in music, flora and fauna and cuisine is loved by so many and should be cherished by its own natives so that we may always possess and preserve the ethnicity of the land and the language. Having said this, we must also engage other Goan natives to do the same. With the beauty of its beaches, places of worship and architecture, Goa is visited by many and we must give back by taking pride not just in our language but must also showcase all that we stand for by organizing a community programme/ event to celebrate. Much appreciation and heart congratulations to Rene who founded and upheld World Goa Day as a movement that is acknowledged and celebrated even until today. Let our hope be to continue to carry on this legacy as his compeer in standing for Goa and resonating its color, culture and richness. * * *Edward Lopes* * * *edu's Blogspot <http://edusworld4u.blogspot.ae/>* * * *MY FACEBOOK PAGE* *https://www.facebook.com/EdusWorld4U*<https://www.facebook.com/EdusWorld4U> * * * * **
